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See - Sada Elbalad
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Cairo Gears Up for 5th Edition of Cairo Francophone Film Festival This May
Ali abo dashish- Ahmed Emam The Egyptian capital is preparing to host the 5th edition of the Cairo Francophone Film Festival (CFFF), scheduled to take place from May 26 to 30, 2025. Under the leadership of renowned film critic Dr. Yasser Mohab, the festival is expected to welcome a diverse array of filmmakers, critics, and cinema enthusiasts from Egypt and across the Francophone world. This year's edition will feature a vibrant lineup of films representing the artistic voices and cultural diversity of French-speaking countries from all five continents. The festival promises to be a hub of cinematic excellence, showcasing both established and emerging talents from the international Francophone community. Marking a strategic shift, the 2025 edition introduces a new festival date, moving from its traditional November or December slot to May. The decision, according to Dr. Mohab, follows a thorough review of the global festival calendar and is aimed at enhancing the festival's reach and artistic impact. > 'The change wasn't made on a whim,' said Dr. Mohab. 'It came after a detailed study of the international and Francophone festival seasons. May offers better opportunities to premiere a wider range of films and to attract a broader selection of talent, including stars and members of Francophone communities residing in Egypt. This enriches the festival's competitive spirit and delivers a more diverse and engaging experience for our audience.' Dr. Mohab emphasized that the new date is part of a broader vision to position the festival as a leading platform for serious Francophone cinematic and cultural dialogue. 'We aim to support both creators and audiences of Francophone cinema, and we believe this change will open new horizons for collaboration with film institutions and festivals around the world,' he added. The fifth edition will also witness expanded programming, including a wider variety of screenings, workshops, critical discussions, and public events targeting both general audiences and young creatives with an interest in Francophone culture and film. Launched in 2021, the Cairo Francophone Film Festival was established as a platform to celebrate cinematic creativity from the 88 member countries and governments of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). Since its inception, it has successfully hosted the regional and international premieres of hundreds of acclaimed films, earning praise for its rich programming and its role in promoting cross-cultural dialogue between Egypt and the Francophone world. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
MTV Lebanon
23-04-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
23 Apr 2025 14:12 PM President Aoun hosts educational, and diaspora delegations
President of the Republic Joseph Aoun held a series of meetings at Baabda Palace receiving a range of political, educational, and expatriate figures. The President met with Minister of Education and Higher Education Rima Karami, who briefed him on developments within the ministry since assuming her post. She highlighted her priorities, including addressing learning loss, improving education quality, and supporting both pre-university and university-level educators. 'We must insist on laying the foundation for long-term development, not just crisis management,' Karami stressed, adding that all ministry decisions must be rooted in legal frameworks and institutional-building. President Aoun expressed pride in the Lebanese diaspora, particularly in Australia, emphasizing their critical role in strengthening bilateral ties and contributing meaningfully to their host societies. 'Lebanon needs you,' Aoun said, urging expatriates to continue supporting their homeland and invest in its future. The President also met with Carla Edde following her appointment as his personal representative to the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). He shared his directives and discussed Lebanon's priorities with the organization, wishing her success in her new role.
Al-Ahram Weekly
17-03-2025
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Niger quits international group of French-speaking nations - Africa
Junta-run Niger, which has severed links with former colonial ruler France, on Monday said it was quitting a global group of French speaking nations -- an organisation resembling the Commonwealth. "The Nigerien government has independently decided to withdraw Niger from the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie," the foreign ministry said. Niger was suspended from the group after a military coup toppled elected president Mohamed Bazoum in July 2023. The 88-state OIC had demanded a speedy return to constitutional order and Bazoum's release. The toppled president and his wife are still being held by the West African country's new rulers. Niger's military rulers have turned their backs on Paris, instead forging ties with fellow juntas in Burkina Faso and Mali -- as well as Russia. Shortly before the coup, Niger adopted a new national anthem titled "For the honour of the fatherland", which references the anti-colonial struggle. It replaced "La Nigerienne", whose lyrics were written by French composer Maurice Albert Thiriet in 1961, a year after the country gained its independence. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
